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Acquisition by Redevco: 13,000 sqm Bahnhofsarkaden Leutkirch, Germany

Redevco is progressing as planned with the portfolio build-up of its recently launched Redevco European Retail Parks (RERP) Fund. The company has acquired Bahnhofsarkaden Leutkirch in southern Germany from Savills Investment Management (Savills IM).

From Retail Assets to Urban Hubs: Shaping the Future of Placemaking

In her ACROSS Outlook 2026 contribution, Cristina Santos, Executive Director, Property Management & Leasing of Sonae Sierra, shares her perspective on how placemaking is evolving beyond retail, positioning centers as connected, sustainable hubs at the heart of urban life.

Key to 2026 Placemaking Success: Flexibility, Speed, Adaptability

In his addition to the ACROSS Outlook 2026 collection, Klaus Striebich, Managing Director of RaRE Advise, argues that rising complexity in the retail real estate market is no excuse for paralysis, but the time for placemaking players to act swiftly and flexibly.

From ‘Places to Buy’ to ‘Places to Be’: Placemaking 2026

As the retail real estate industry enters a decisive year, Ian Sandford, President of Eurofund Group shares his outlook on how placemaking must transform in 2026 to meet expectations. With consumer demand outpacing traditional models, homogenous shopping centers are giving way to destinations built on purpose, partnership and community relevance.

Lucrative Additional Revenue for the Mall Business: More creativity is needed – and one should learn from the best

For decades, the business model of shopping centers was built on one simple principle: rent. Today, that is no longer sufficient. Long-term resilience comes from diversification, and retail real estate would be well advised to learn from the best companies that have already mastered it.

Personalized Retail Experience through Technology

As CEO of the Norwegian-based retail real estate proptech company, Susan Bonsak shares valuable insights on her view of current placemaking trends and how a hyper-personalized experience will be key for any retail destination in 2026.

“Placemaking has become the industry’s strongest growth lever.”

Customers, partners, and stakeholders of the retail real estate industry are seeking value, which is no longer defined by the size of leased space, but rather lies in the meaningful ways a retail space may contribute to people’s lives. Vasco Santos, Global Leasing Director of Ingka Centers, reflects on current trends and shares insights on the company’s direction for 2026.

Will & Johnny: Veganuary, Dry January and the New Reminder on the Menu

F&B experts Will Odwarka and Jonathan Doughty explain, why January’s abstinence movements are forcing the food & beverage sector to rethink its long-term strategy.

Retail Trade in EU, CEE and Non-EU Member States: Review and Outlook 2026

Retail in Europe is anything but straightforward. Highly saturated Western markets coexist with faster-growing economies in Central, Eastern and South-Eastern Europe, each following its own trajectory. Eurostat data reveal sharply diverging retail trade volume trends, suggesting significantly different growth paths across regions in 2026.

From Places to Shop to Places to Live Well: Fitness, Healthcare, and Wellness as Business Drivers in Shopping Malls

European shopping centers are undergoing a profound transformation. As demographic change, urban lifestyles, and the rise of preventative health converge, fitness, healthcare, and wellness uses are emerging as powerful anchors for retail destinations. A new report by CBRE shows that they are far from being niche add-ons.

Placed to Meet You: New Placemaking and Retail Executives for 2026

The personalities now stepping into decision-making positions and shaping the next chapter of placemaking and retail in 2026.

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